2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
